Ferry to/from Japan

Information on Ferry Services between Korea and Japan

Many travelers often choose to travel between Korea and Japan via ferry because the two countries’ close proximity makes the trip possible to complete within one day, and ticket prices are also competitive. Please read the following for more information on ferry travel between Korea and Japan.

* Some ferries may also operate during weekends
* Ferry schedules above are subject to change without notice
* Only Fukuoka to Busan ferry is available. (No Busan to Fukuoka ferry is available)

Ferry Reservations

- In general, reservations can be made up to three months before the date of departure. Reservations can be made online or over the phone.

- When making your reservation, be sure to provide your passport number, date of birth, and name in English exactly as it appears on your passport. Reservations will only be considered complete if payment is made by the date specified by each respective ferry company.

- Terminal fees and fuel taxes are not included in ferry tickets, therefore each of these small fees should be paid at the arrival and departure terminals, respectively. Terminal fee costs 600 yen and fuel taxes may differ depending on oil prices and ferry routes.

Reservation Information by Ferry Company

Reservation Information by Ferry Company

Company

Itinerary

Reservations

Contact No.

Languages

Website

Korea Ferry
(New Camellia)

Busan – Fukuoka

Individuals: reservations accepted up to 3 months before departure
Groups: up to 1 year before departure
Phone reservations only
Required: Departure date/return date, English name as written on passport, telephone number, ferry room type
* Check-in: No later than 90min before departure. (Check-in time: 19:00-19:30)

Groups of 10 or more should submit a list of passengers to the ferry company
On-site ticketing is available for groups of 10 or less
Reservations can be made on-site or via phone up to one day before departure, pending seat availability. (Online reservations must be made at least 3 days in advance)

All seats must be booked in advance.
Reservations can be made up to 3 months in advance online or via phone (Japanese & English available)
Required: English name as it appears on passport, passport number, date of birth
Payment is due within a week of departure (for reservations made 7 or more days in advance)
Payment is due at time of reservation for reservations made within a week of departure (less than 7 days before departure date)
* During peak seasons & holidays, payment should be made at time of reservation regardless of how far in advance reservations are made
Check-in must be completed no later than 1 hour before departure

All seats must be booked in advance
Reservations can be made up to 3 months in advance by phone or fax
Required: English name as it appears on passport, date of birth, passport number

Hitakatsu:
+81-920-86-2210
Busan:
+82-51-469-0778

Korean, Japanese

www.jrbeetle.co.jp (Korean/ Japanese)

Fukuoka-Busan

All seats are reserved.
Reservation can be made through phone or fax three months before the departure.
Passport, English name, passport number and date of birth information are required.
※ No ferry from Busan to Fukuoka

Fukuoka:
+81-92-281-2315

Korean, Japanese

www.jrbeetle.co.jp (Korean/ Japanese)

Pukwan Ferry

Busan-Shimonoseki

Reservations can be made by phone or fax
Required: English name as it appears on passport
Group ticket prices apply to groups of 20 people or more
Tickets will be issued the day of departure

Reservations can be made up to three months before departure by phone (English & Japanese available)
Discounts for online reservations for roundtrip tickets only
One-way tickets must be purchased through call center
Required: English name as it appears on passport, passport number, date of birth
Tickets will be issued on the day of departure
Groups of 10 or more are eligible for a group discount (Online reservations are not available)

Arrival Procedure (Ferry from Japan to Korea)

1) Check-in

Passengers should be at the International Ferry Terminal at least 1 hour before departure. Tickets may be purchased on-site (if space is available) after passengers fill out the boarding application form. Those who have booked their tickets in advance do not need to fill out the boarding application, but must still make sure they have paid all fees (including terminal use fees of ￥600).

2) Arrival/Departure Cards

While arrival cards (required for entrance to Korea) are available on the ferry, it is more convenient to fill out your arrival card when you fill out your departure card (prior to boarding in Japan). When listing your contact number, you may write the phone number of your first place of accommodation in Korea if you do not have any other contact number. The ferry will have samples of arrival and departure cards, and passengers are advised to make use of them if necessary.

3) Customs Declaration

All travelers are required to fill out a declarations form and submit it to customs officials.

4) Immigration

After passing the inspection counter, you will be directed through the departure process. Present your passport, boarding ticket, and immigration form to the official. If you’ve already filled out your arrival form, the official will attach the arrival form to your passport and give it back to you. Your arrival card will be required for immigration procedures upon arrival in Korea, so be sure to hold onto it.

5) Departure

After completing the departure process, take the free shuttle bus to the ferry (about a 5 min. ride).

Departure Procedures (Ferry from Korea to Japan)

1) Check-in

Departure processes start no earlier than 2.5 hours before departure and end 1 hour before departure time. In order to allow ample time for these procedures, travelers are advised to arrive at the check-in counter (1F of the Busan International Ferry Terminal) at least 2 hours before departure. Before going through check-in, each passenger will need to fill out a boarding pass form and departure card. In addition to the cost of the ticket, passengers must pay an additional 3,200 won for terminal use and a 1,000 won departure tax (tourism promotional fund).

2) Arrival/Departure Cards

It is more convenient to fill out your arrival card along with your departure card (prior to boarding or on the board). It is possible to fill out departure card (from Korea to Japan) in Korean while arrival card (required for entrance to Korea) should be filled out in Chinese characters or English.

3) Customs Declaration

Customs declaration areas are located on either side of the departure inspection counter. All travelers carrying expensive merchandise or valuables (cameras, watches, jewelry, fur products) are required to make a declaration.

When making your declaration, enter the name of the item, quantity, and price on the customs form and present both the item and customs form to officials. After your declaration is approved, hold on to the document for your return trip. If you depart without a customs declaration, your valuables may be subject to taxation upon return, as they will be considered overseas purchases. Travelers with nothing to declare can go straight to the inspection counter.

4) Immigration

Wait in line behind the yellow line at the departure inspection counter. When it is your turn, present your passport, boarding pass, and departure card to the official. If your visa and passport are valid, the inspector will simply stamp your passport and wave you through.

5) Departure

Once you pass inspections, you can enter the duty-free area to purchase alcoholic beverages, cigarettes, and camera film. Food purchased on the ferry can be expensive, so stock up on snacks before boarding if you would like to avoid paying higher prices. (Both Japanese yen and Korean won are accepted on Korean ferries, however, New Camellia and some other ferries only accept Yen.)